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Scouts: Walking on the Wild Side

During our latest programme, Scouts have been outdoors experiencing
the positive impact that conservationists have had at the Rainton Meadows nature
reserve. We’ve been working with Durham
Wildlife Trust to bring our young people closer to nature. Our Tuesday
night adventure has included bird and butterfly spotting, pond dipping and footprint
casting with a beautiful evening walk to bring the whole thing together.

Pond dipping from the boardwalks challenged everyone’s ideas
about the species which live among the reeds as Scouts caught tadpoles, water
fleas, leeches and mayflies in their nets. The biodiversity of the area is even
more apparent once you spot the grey herons, mallard ducks and mute swans across
the water.

Scouts who have been inspired by the work of Durham Wildlife
Trust at Rainton Meadows can find out about becoming a young volunteer by
visiting Durham Wildlife
Trust’s website. Participation in a volunteering project can be counted
towards your Duke of Edinburgh award.

Scouting makes a positive contribution to society by helping young
people to develop as active members of the community. Our current programme encourages
young people to explore how global issues affect them at a local level and to
take responsibility for their local environment and surroundings. Find out more about Scouting
at 3rd Washington.